iMichigan Productions presents a moving tribute to a community’s legacy
featuring stories of loss, resilience and hope
[Flint, MI] — iMichigan Productions is proudly presenting “St. John’s Street: Story of a Neighborhood,” an Emmy-nominated and Telly Award-winning documentary that delves into the rich history and cultural significance of the St. John Street neighborhood in Flint, Michigan. The documentary is an official selection at film festivals across the country. It will air on WKAR during Black History Month, offering a powerful exploration of a once-thriving Black community and the devastating impact of urban renewal.
Through compelling first-person interviews, “St. John’s Street” chronicles the lives of families who built a
vibrant, self-contained community in Flint, Michigan. Initially settled by African Americans migrating from the
South for opportunities in General Motors, the St. John Street neighborhood flourished as a cultural and
economic hub. However, in 1960, the City’s Master Plan called for its destruction to make way for Interstate
I-475. Over 7,000 residents were displaced, their homes and businesses, and landmarks were lost to highway construction. Despite this injustice, former residents have worked to preserve their story, culminating in efforts to establish a memorial park in their honor.
“Telling the story of ‘St. John’s Street: Story of a Neighborhood’ is about more than remembering a
neighborhood—it’s about honoring the resilience and legacy of a community that refused to be forgotten,”
said Rodney W. Brown, producer of St. John’s Street: Story of a Neighborhood.
Brown added: “St. John Street’s story resonates beyond Flint. It’s a universal tale of displacement, identity and the enduring spirit of those who refuse to let their history be erased.”
Broadcast Information:
Title: St. John’s Street: Story of a Neighborhood
Air Date: Tuesday, February 4 at 6 p.m., and Thursday, February 6 at 10 p.m.
Channel: WKAR
For more information about the documentary, visit www.imichiganproductions.com
ABOUT “ST. JOHN’S STREET: STORY OF A NEIGHBORHOOD”
“St. John’s Street: Story of a Neighborhood” is an Emmy-nominated and Telly Award-winning documentary
produced by iMichigan Productions. The film explores the rich history and cultural significance of the St. John Street neighborhood in Flint, Michigan, a once-thriving Black community displaced by urban renewal and the construction of Interstate I-475 over 50 years ago. Through heartfelt first-person interviews, the
documentary captures the resilience and legacy of the residents, highlighting their journey to preserve the
memory of their neighborhood. St. John’s Street has been an Official Selection at film festivals nationwide
and will air on WKAR during Black History Month.
IMICHIGAN PRODUCTIONS
MICHIGAN PRODUCTIONS
The Michigan Productions’ mission is to create digital content for television and the internet. Michigan Productions produce scontent for all platforms that is entertaining, educational and audience building and
highlights Michigan’s contemporary and historical contributions.
iMichigan Productions is also a youth-based organization that provides reading and writing skill-based
learning through the arts. Its programs serve to support the youth in developing the necessary skills to
pursue a career in the film and television industry. iMichigan Productions serves an average of 300 youth ages 13–25 annually.
